Food, Fun, and Foliage: Geneva, IL, is A Destination That Has It All!

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Food, Fun, and Foliage: Geneva, IL, is A Destination That Has It All!

Geneva, Illinois, is a picture-perfect destination along the Fox River. Stroll along the lush, tree-lined streets and visit a historic town with exquisite dining, boutique shopping, and world-class lodging. Geneva’s peaceful environment offers residents and guests an unmatched escape from today’s fast-paced world. A short trip from Chicago, Geneva’s train station is conveniently located blocks from downtown.

Tempting Treats

Geneva is a shopper’s paradise. Our downtown boasts over 100 specialty shops, many in historic storefronts and charming Victorian-style homes. The Geneva Commons is our open-air lifestyle center featuring stores and restaurants with a relaxed, scenic shopping experience. With each new season, Geneva merchants fill their shops with exclusive treasures from all over the world. High-end fashions, exquisite jewels, European antiques, original works of art, face and skin products, unique food items, and one-of-a-kind gifts are among the many items offered by downtown merchants.

Bring your appetite with you when you come to Geneva! Choose from 5-star restaurants, casual bistros, and fine chocolatiers to cozy cafes, tempting bakeries, and gourmet carry-out. You’re sure to satisfy your cravings at one or more of Geneva’s wide variety of restaurants, eateries, or catering options. And don’t forget our breweries and wineries! With the diversity of cuisine, eating and drinking in Geneva is more than a meal; it is an experience.

Home Away from Home

Replenish during a stay in one of Geneva’s relaxing accommodations. The award-winning Herrington Inn has perfected the art of the weekend getaway with luxurious suites overlooking the Fox River, a world-class spa, and a delicious in-house dining room.

Those looking for a quiet, peaceful experience don’t have to travel far to discover The Oscar Swan Bed & Breakfast. The B&B, where the kitchen is the heart of the homey atmosphere, and the estate is steeped in country charm and history.

Unwind with a dip in the pool at the newly renovated Comfort Inn & Suites, Geneva, located minutes from historic downtown Geneva. Enjoy complimentary hot breakfast, free WiFi, and outstanding guest service. Whether you choose to stay for one day or one week, you will leave relaxed, refreshed, and revived.

Live like a local and enjoy the comforts of home away from home in one of Geneva’s many Airbnb rentals. A wide range of options is available to suit different preferences and budgets.

Family-Friendly Fun

Geneva’s location along the 33-mile Fox River Trail offers easy access for bikers, hikers, joggers, and cross-country skiers. The Fox River Trail also reaches the Fabyan Forest Preserve, Villa Museum, and Japanese Garden. The forest preserve brings thousands to its trails, while the garden offers a beautiful setting for weddings, portraits, or as a place of meditation.

Peck Farm Park, a unique leader in environmental education, features a 385-acre park with trails, Hawks Hollow Educational Playground, and a butterfly house. Our award-winning park district offers two swimming pools that will have all ages smiling, as well as a challenging mini golf course and a disc golf course.

Thousands of visitors come to Geneva for festivals and events. Each one offers one to five days of fun and exciting activities. Celebrate Geneva’s heritage at our Swedish Days Festival; enjoy fine art at our Arts Fair, July 27-28; experience Geneva’s finest restaurants and a glass of wine at our Festival of the Vine, September 6-8; and warm up with chestnuts roasting at our Christmas Walk, December 6, and Holiday House Tour, December 6-7.

Find an up-to-date events calendar and even more to explore at visitgenevail.com. Your trip to Geneva awaits!